NASA photos reveal only minor space center damage from Hurricane Matthew

NASA

At first glance, the Kennedy Space Center survived the passage of Hurricane Matthew on Friday with only minor flesh wounds. According to NASA, after an initial aerial survey on Saturday, officials determined the center received some isolated roof damage, some downed power lines, and limited water intrusion. Further inspections will take place on Sunday, before officials clear buildings to reopen.

The hurricane's core came within about 20 miles of the space center, and the NASA facility along with the Cape Canaveral Air Force Station faced maximum sustained wind of 90mph, and top surface wind gusts of 107 mph. The storm surge measured only a few feet above high tide.